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Think you're ready to move from a sole trader to a limited company structure? Here’s a simple explanation of when to make the transition and what you’ll need to keep in mind, without all the jargon.
From understanding expenses to starting a limited company, we've a range of jargon-free business guides for you to download and keep.
Here's how to make sure you're paying the right amount of tax when deciding to freelance on the side, and how to stay in HMRC's good books!
The Crunch Personal Tax Estimator will help you work out the tax you may have to pay on your personal income, including sole trade income, salary & dividends.
HMRC's MTD Customer Readiness representative joins us to explain the details of Making Tax Digital, and what you will need to do to be compliant.
If you spend time working from home, then depending on the work you do, you might be able to claim expenses back for using your home as an office.
It’s essential to make sure that you keep your personal and business banking separate, so you’ll usually need a dedicated business bank account.
Understanding and managing your cash flow is a vital part of running a successful business. Here are some helpful tips!
Dividends are, put simply, payments made to company shareholders from the profits of a company after corporation tax.
Confused about how to go about managing your repayments? Don’t sweat, here’s all you need to know about student loan repayment when you’re self-employed.
Thinking about closing your limited company? Perhaps you’re retiring or going back into full time work? This article will explain the two main options available to most people.
What are your responsibilities as a limited company director? We explain what you need to file with Companies House & HMRC so you can keep on top of things.
Being made redundant isn't a pleasant experience for anyone, so what happens next? Are you entitled to any redundancy pay? We take a look.
With your own limited company you get to define your brand, own everything you do, and run your business in the most tax-efficient way.
There are various ways your Employment can come to and - but if you are an Employee you have the right not to be unfairly dismissed.
Pension contributions are one of the few remaining tax breaks available to limited companies. It makes sense to take advantage of this tax break.
Holiday pay should now include payments for regular overtime and regular commission. We look at how to calculate your or your employee's holiday pay.
A locum doctor can provide work under a variety of different guises, including as a limited company. We take a look at the pros and cons.
If the time has come to close your business, there's a tax efficient method called a Members’ Voluntary Liquidation - or an MVL for short.
Apprenticeship schemes are often in the news (and not always for the right reasons), so here's what they're about & where you can find out more about them.
Anyone who is defined as a 'worker' is entitled to a selection of workers rights. We look at the minim wage, overtime, equal pay and unpaid experience.
Unable to work? You are entitled to sick pay from your employer if you meet the qualifying conditions, which are as follows.
Adoption Leave is split into two types – Ordinary and Additional. This guide will help you understand the difference and which might apply when you adopt.
We've collated a selection of free tools and resources for you to help make running your business a breeze. With everything from software to templates you can work out your take home pay, chase that unpaid invoice and calculate your IR35.
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